Shrewsbury
Darwin's Townhouse
About the Hotel
Travelzoo Staff
Why We Love This Hotel
- This Grade II-listed "beautifully restored Georgian property" (The AA) was renovated in 2016
- It is steps away from the River Severn & Shrewsbury town centre
- Breakfast is served in the conservatory, which has views of the gardens
- Battlefield Falconry Centre & Attingham Park, an English country house owned by the National Trust, are 15 minutes' drive away
Overview
Darwin's Townhouse is a late-18th-century Georgian property that underwent a complete refurbishment in 2016 to turn it into a 20-bedroom boutique bed and breakfast in the heart of Shrewsbury town centre.
Located on a quiet street, the hotel overlooks many of the town's Tudor buildings and it's a short stroll from the shops, restaurants and bars of the town centre. The hotel is 100 metres from the River Severn path -- great for a waterside stroll.
Battlefield Falconry Centre and Attingham Park, an English country house owned by the National Trust, are 15 minutes' drive away. The Dana Prison, which offers jailhouse tours, is 10 minutes' walk away. The ruins of Haughmond Abbey are less than 20 minutes' drive away.
Awarded 5-Star B&B status by The AA, the hotel has an octagonal lounge with a fire, books, and games. Retreat to the snug (with a fully stocked honesty bar) or head to the large, bright conservatory with views of the gardens. The modern décor is complemented by features such as a stone staircase and original fireplaces.
Breakfast is served in the conservatory, and features local seasonal produce. While the hotel does not serve lunch or dinner, it has two sister restaurants within a short stroll: The Loopy Shrew, serving traditional English cuisine, and Porterhouse SY1, which offers American-inspired dishes.
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Enjoyed This
(26 Member Ratings)
(26 Member Ratings)
Enjoyed Most
Had a wonderful stay in a fantastic place! Staff lovely . Highly recommend .
Other Comments
Just wonderful. Beautiful place in a lovely place with amazing staff. We will be returning !!
Joanne
10. Aug 2019
Runcorn. Cheshire, United Kingdom
Enjoyed Most
Quirky decoration, good breakfast. Enjoyed dinner in sister location more in town centre
Jennifer
31. May 2019
Bristol, United Kingdom
Enjoyed Most
Fantastic breakfast and the 'little touches' that made it homely and welcoming.
Other Comments
Really friendly, helpful staff. Central location, clean and very comfortable, places to sit and socialise other than your room, honesty bar, amazing breakfast choice delivered with a smile. All this makes Darwin's Townhouse a real winner and we would definitely like to come back. The proximity to Darwin's kitchen was also great and their meals were lovely. I cannot fault this place.
Rebecca
30. May 2019
Abingdon, United Kingdom
Enjoyed Most
Ambience.
Jane
29. May 2019
Hereford, United Kingdom
Enjoyed Most
Breakfast excellent and staff very helpful and friendly.
Sally
17. May 2019
Liverpool, United Kingdom
Enjoyed Most
Exceptional value and great service. Fantastic food both at breakfast and the evening meal at The Loopy Shrew
Jennifer
13. May 2019
Trowbridge, United Kingdom
Enjoyed Most
The staff were so helpful and nothing was to much trouble for them.
Janet
13. May 2019
Reading, United Kingdom
Enjoyed Most
Honesty bar, breakfast
Other Comments
Garden room walls thin (could hear next door’s tv). Also too much light enters through door window and gaps in blind. Needs blackout curtain too.
Sandra
10. May 2019
Cheadle, United Kingdom
Enjoyed Most
Location , friendly service, Beautiful breakfast
Leena
04. May 2019
Whitchurch, United Kingdom
Enjoyed Most
Great location,wonderful breakfast and a lovely garden
wendy
02. May 2019
Penarth, United Kingdom
